Part of Dirk Pitt®, book 19
First published 2006
Dirk Pitt faces his deadliest adversary yet when Tolgoi Borjin, a ruthless Mongolian oil magnate claiming descent from Genghis Khan, launches a scheme to dominate the world's energy supply. The underwater explorer finds himself drawn into a web of ancient secrets and modern greed when Borjin's operations threaten global stability. Pitt must navigate treacherous political waters while uncovering the truth behind Borjin's claims to Mongol heritage and his access to vast untapped oil reserves. Racing against time across Mongolia's harsh landscape, Pitt discovers that Borjin will stop at nothing to fulfill what he sees as his birthright to rule. The stakes escalate as Borjin's plan threatens to reshape the balance of world power through energy manipulation. Pitt relies on his expertise, courage, and loyal allies to prevent a catastrophe that could plunge nations into chaos and conflict over precious resources.
Genres: historical-fiction, adventure, action, espionage
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: Mongolia
Period: 21st-century
Paperback · Berkley